A recent Sasquatch sighting near Grand Mound, investigated by the Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization (BFRO), may have been debunked by a Rochester cross country and track athlete.
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By Brandon Hansen/For The Nisqually Valley News
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3/26/24
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Gov. Jay Inslee has signed legislation to study the effect of avian predation on salmon populations in the state.
House Bill 2293, sponsored by Rep. J.T. Wilcox, R-Yelm, establishes an Avian …
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3/26/24
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The Daughters of the American Revolution is hosting the opening of the American Revolution Experience at the Schmidt House in Tumwater, beginning on April 5. The pop-up exhibition includes display …
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By The Nisqually Valley News staff
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3/26/24
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Washington state drivers may have noticed an increase in the price at the pump recently.
On Monday, the average cost for a gallon of gas in the Evergreen State increased to nearly $4.31 per …
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By Carleen Johnson / The Center Square
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3/19/24
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Supporters of salmon recovery efforts in Washington state were optimistic going into this year's short 60-day legislative session.
There was bipartisan support for habitat restoration, with …
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By Carleen Johnson / The Center Square
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3/18/24
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Less than eight months from now, Washington state voters will – in addition to casting a ballot for president in November’s general election – decide the fate of three initiatives …
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By Carleen Johnson / The Center Square
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3/14/24
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Washington state Gov. Jay Inslee has signed into law a bill that classifies certain types of public defacement as a felony if it's perceived to be an act of "hate."
Senate Bill 5917 amends …
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By TJ Martinell / The Center Square
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3/14/24
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One of the most controversial bills passed by the Washington State Legislature this session has yet to be signed into law by Gov. Jay Inslee.
Engrossed Substitute House Bill 1589 , dubbed by …
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By Carleen Johnson / The Center Square
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3/14/24
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Taking on climate change isn’t too big of a challenge for Warren Neth, owner of Cosmic Carrot Farm in Yelm.
In 2020, he lobbied for the grant monies from the Washington State …
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By Dylan Reubenking/dylan@yelmonline.com
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3/12/24
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Enjoy these snapshots of articles written in past issues of the Nisqually Valley News from 45, 35, 25 and 15 years ago, respectively.
A Look Back at This Week,
45 Years Ago
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3/12/24
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The Washington National Guard concluded its state-level Best Warrior Competition on March 3 at Joint Base Lewis-McChord with two winners.
The Best Warrior Competition is a rigorous …
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By Brandon Hansen /For The Nisqually Valley News
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3/12/24
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Those forever in pursuit of the tasty delicacy that is the Pacific razor clam will have several chances to dig for them this week.
Digs have been approved through Sunday, March 17, with even …
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3/12/24
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In its continued efforts to make clean energy more accessible, Olympia Community Solar has launched the fourth annual Solarize campaign, which is available through July 4.
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By Jacob Dimond/jake@yelmonline.com
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3/6/24
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The Washington state Legislature passed a trio of initiatives Monday to loosen vehicle pursuit restrictions, establish a parental “bill of rights” and prevent the state from implementing …
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By Mitchell Roland /For the Nisqually Valley News
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3/6/24
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Third Congressional District Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, D-Washougal, has returned more than $1 million owed to constituents by the federal government, the freshman lawmaker announced Monday.
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The Nisqually Valley News
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3/6/24
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Looking for a family-friendly time in the snow? Look no further than the White Pass Ski Area this weekend.
Starting Saturday, the White Pass Ski Area will officially kick off its “Dragons …
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By Owen Sexton /For the Nisqually Valley News
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2/27/24
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A recent report from the state Department of Commerce found Washington can position itself as a leader in green hydrogen as the state looks to further reduce reliance on fossil fuels in the coming …
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By Mitchell Roland/For The Nisqually Valley News
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2/27/24
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Razor clam diggers can look forward to more opportunities on coastal beaches beginning Feb. 21, Washington state Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) coastal shellfish managers confirmed Thursday.
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The Nisqually Valley News
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2/20/24
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Thurston County issued a warning of a “jury scam” to residents in its latest “Friday Five” weekly county update.
Residents were warned of individuals calling and …
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Nisqually Valley News staff
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2/6/24
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Brothers Jack and Bob DeGoede — owners of the iconic DeGoede Bulb Farm, a staple in the Mossyrock community for nearly 50 years — finally closed a sale of the farm at the beginning of …
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By Owen Sexton/For the Nisqually Valley News
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2/6/24
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